Tessa’s Recipe Rundown
Taste: The chicken thighs have a perfect combination of warm spice with a hint of sweetness. Every ingredient compliments each other perfectly. Texture: Since the thighs are broiled the spice-rubbed edges are slightly crisp while the meat inside is tender and juicy. Ease: So, so so easy. This recipe takes less than 20 minutes from start (preheating broiler) to finish (on the table). Appearance: While a cut of chicken isn’t exactly the most dazzling specimen on earth these thighs still look mouth-watering. Pros: Amazingly quick and easy, perfect for dinner after a long day. Cons: Absolutely none! Would I make this again? I’ve added this recipe to my weeknight dinner repertoire.This post may contain affiliate links. Read our disclosure policy.
Originally when I added this recipe to my weekly menu and shopping list I hadn’t planned on photographing and posting it here. I guess I wasn’t expecting much of it. So when I took my first bite and was overwhelmed by the depth of flavor I was pleased. This chicken thigh recipe is just about as perfect as a week-night meal staple can get. Its flavorful, quick, easy, healthy, inexpensive, and only dirties a few dishes (bowl, broiler pan, tongs, measuring spoon). Does it get any better than that?It goes perfect with steamed veggies or a side salad and some rice or bread.
What are your favorite easy weeknight meals?
Spicy Honey-Brushed Chicken Thighs
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper
- 8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs
- Cooking spray
- 6 tablespoons honey
- 2 teaspoons cider vinegar
Instructions
- 1. Preheat broiler. Combine first 6 spice ingredients in a large bowl. Add chicken to bowl; toss to coat. Place chicken on a broiler pan coated with cooking spray. Broil chicken 5 minutes on each side.
- 2. Combine honey and vinegar in a small bowl, stirring well. Remove chicken from oven; brush 1/4 cup honey mixture on chicken. Broil 1 minute. Remove chicken from oven and turn over. Brush other side with remaining honey mixture. Broil 1 additional minute or until chicken is done.
Came across this recipe via A google search, had all the ingredients so decided to give it a try. Quick and easy week night recipe. Delicious, would definitely recommend! Looking forward to adding this to our staple recipes! Thanks!